Deputy Director of Financial Aid

Job Summary

The Deputy Director of the Division of Financial Aid (DFA) serves as one of the institution's experts on financial aid programs and is responsible for excellent service delivery with internal and external facing responsibilities.

This role will be developing and implementing financial aid strategies, policies, and procedures that serve the university goals and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations, policies, and statutes;

Further providing guidance and direction for operational efficiency and effectiveness of the Division of Financial Aid. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost and Executive Director of the Division of Financial aid, the deputy director will join a dedicated team of professionals committed to student access, opportunity, and success.

The Deputy Director has deep management and leadership knowledge that allows them to provide high-level oversight, supervision, and guidance to manage programs, systems, people, and fiscal activities following all applicable federal, state, private, and institutional regulations The Deputy Director is expected to participate in management by outcomes to facilitate proactive leadership as the second in command in DFA.

The position provides overall leadership for managing risk and developing a strategic, effective, and streamlined plan and vision in the administration of all aid programs.

DFA administers / facilitates an institutional, federal, state, and private loan financial aid portfolio that exceeds $460 million annually and serves more than 34,000 undergraduate, graduate, and health professions students.

Overseeing a staff of forty-five full-time employees, with direct supervision for five associate directors, the Deputy Director provides direction and leadership for planning, management, and evaluation of programs, processes, personnel, and budgets.

About Us :

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.

What We Are Looking For :

Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred.

Minimum of 8-9 years of experience required in a fast-paced financial aid office, financial aid administration, and ongoing management and leadership experience.

Experience with Ellucian Banner is preferred.

Experience of supervising high-level managers and teams preferred.

Skills Needed :

Experience understanding and interpreting financial aid and enrollment management data.

Demonstrated proficiency with Excel.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Highly effective use of computers, related software, and third-party technologies.

Able to multi-task daily.

Ability to work independently and as a part of a team in a high-volume and ever-changing environment.

What We Would Like You to Know :

All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue

Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

A background check will be required for employment in this position

FLSA : Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility : Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Benefit Statement : Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Management 5

Pay Band S085

Job Code#20003540

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Who We Are :

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow.

Join us and contribute to our culture.

Purdue University is an EOE / AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply